Simcoe - Barrie
Sibshops! A Sibling Support Group- Barrie

About event:

Who should attend? Parents and Caregivers|Children|Youth

If you have a brother or sister with Autism Spectrum Disorder and you are between the ages of 8-14 then Sibshops are for you! Sibshops are for siblings only! Parents are not required to stay with their son or daughter during the duration of the program. If the sibling attending the program has any special considerations, it’s important that you inform us prior to the program to
ensure that the program will still be a good fit for your son or daughter.

Sibshops will be running the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

We are currently accepting registration for the following dates. You can register for one, two or all of them!

To preregister, or if you have any questions, please contact:
Jamie Read - Family Support Coordinator
Autism Ontario – York/Simcoe
705 252 7429 ext. 101Jamie@autismontario.com

What are Sibshops?

Sibshops are pedal-to-the-metal celebrations of the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special needs. Sibshops acknowledge that being the brother or sister of a person with special needs is for some a good thing, others a not-so-good thing, and for many, somewhere in-between. They reflect a belief that brothers and sisters have much to offer one another — if they are given a chance. Sibshops are a spirited mix of new games (designed to be unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), new friends, and discussion activities.

Sibshops are pedal-to-the-metal celebrations of the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special needs. Sibshops acknowledge that being the brother or sister of a person with special needs is for some a good thing, others a not-so-good thing, and for many, somewhere in-between. They reflect a belief that brothers and sisters have much to offer one another — if they are given a chance. Sibshops are a spirited mix of new games (designed to be unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), new friends, and discussion activities.80 Bradford Rd., Suite 105, Barrie, ONJamie@autismontario.com